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Hraun Restaurant
Food made with love by locals.
Family owned restaurant located in Ólafsvík.
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Grundarbraut 2
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Day Tours
Swimming Pools
Ólafsvík Swimming pool
Others
- Brimilsvellir
- 356 Snæfellsbær
- 436-1533, 864-8833
- Rif
- 360 Hellissandur
- 436-6767, 893-9797
- Fróðá
- 355 Ólafsvík
- 861-9640
History and Culture
Fiskibyrgi
Near Gufuskalar on the uttermost part of the Snaefellsnes peninsula, there was one of the many winter fisher villages consistant in Iceland in former times.
If you come from Hellnar and look at the lava fields at your right, you may disover the ruins of some 200 very small stone buildings which were used to dry and stock the fish. Their age is estimated at 500-700 years.
It is a 10 minutes walk from the road to one of the ruins which is still in so good condition that you can crawl inside. There, to your surprise, you may find the ceiling high enough for an adult to stand upright.
History and Culture
Ingjaldshóll
This former parsonage and estate between the villages Hellissandur and Rif was the common assembly site of the parish in the past.
The present church was built in 1903 and is the oldest concrete church of the country, perhaps even the world. When it was built, it received a replica of the altarpiece of the Lutheran Cathedral of Reykjavik.
Nature
Kirkjufell mountain
Grundarfjörður's beautiful landmark is the most photographed mountain in Iceland. Its isolated position jutting out into the sea makes it a focal point for tourists and seamen alike. Surrounded by beaches, Kirkjufell has a lovely walking trail around it as well as a more challenging climb up to the top where bird and fish fossils can be found (guide is recommended).
History and Culture
History and Culture
Nature
Snaefellsjokull glacier
The Snæfellsjökull glacier is 1446m above sea level. The glacier is an active volcano, having been built up through numerous eruptions during the last 800,000 years. Many believe the glacier to be one of the seven main energy centres of the earth and its mystique is noticed by many. The glacier plays big role as the Center of the Earth in the novel Journey to the Center of the Earth (1864) by Jules Verne. Snæfellsjökull is a part of the Snæfellsjökull National Park which was established on June 28, 2001. The Park's purpose is to protect and conserve the areas unique landscape, indigenous plant and animal life as well as important historical relics. At the same time, the Park is meant to allow visitors easier as well as improved opportunities to get to know the area.
Nature
Saxholl crater
Saxholl is a crater which is easy to climb. There is a great view over the area from the top.
Exhibitions
Pakkhús Museum
Museums
The Maritime Museum in the Fishermen´s Park
Crafts & Design
Crafts & Design
Gallerí Jökull
Others
- Krossavík
- 360 Hellissandur
- 692 4440 / 896 6860, 896 6860
Hotels
Hotel Búðir
Restaurants
Others
- Ólafsbraut 27
- 355 Ólafsvík
- 436-1012
- við Sandahraun
- 360 Hellissandur
- 436-6611
- Ólafsbraut 19
- 355 Ólafsvík
- 436-1362